How to Identify Good and Bad Gasoline?
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Distinguishing between good and bad gasoline can be done by smelling the odor, observing the color, and feeling the texture. Smell the odor: The heavier the gasoline smell, even to the point of being pungent, the poorer the quality. Inferior gasoline has a sharp, eye-irritating, or foul odor, which indicates high sulfur content. The octane rating is a conventional measure of gasoline quality, and generally, high sulfur content indicates poor quality. When smelling, do not directly inhale from the container; instead, gently wave your hand over the opening to catch the scent. Observe the color: The color of the gasoline can help identify its quality. Typically, 93# gasoline appears transparent yellow, while 97# gasoline appears emerald green. High-quality gasoline is generally clear, with no floating substances on the surface, no suspended particles in the middle, and no sediment at the bottom. There should be no layering or cloudiness. Conversely, if the gasoline appears cloudy, layered, contains suspended particles, or has sediment, it indicates potential quality issues. Feel the texture: Dip your finger in the gasoline and rub it a few times. If the oiliness feels strong, the gasoline is of poor quality. Alternatively, pour some gasoline onto your hand—if it evaporates quickly, the gasoline is of good quality.
